Have you seen an Angel lately?

We have had so much rain this summer! Randy's sister Deb came to visit a couple of weeks ago. The only day that it did not rain we spent at Sea World, a special treat for Charlie since the girls would be going to summer camp.

One day as it poured down rain, the sun was shining at the same time. "Look at that Charlie!" Deb said, pointing out the window.

"Wow!" Charlie exclaimed. "I'm going to have to tell the people at church about this!"

His comment made us smile to ourselves. The people at church have been so open, warm, welcoming and loving to these kids. They say hello, they give high-fives, they give hugs and smiles, and they have been generous with gifts of clothing, toys, household items and money. If a five year old boy (and his sisters) understands anything, it is that "church" is a place where they feel loved and comforted. They may not know or remember all the names, but they know they are in the company of loving, caring friends. If for some reason we do not have the kids at our house for the weekend, they are most disappointed that they will not be able to go to church with us.

So, if you think there is nothing that you can do to be an "Angel" - well think again!


EYEGLASSES UPDATE!

After the fiasco on Wednesday, I went home and got on the phone. After several phone calls, I found an eye doctor's office where the man who answered seemed very knoweldgeable, assuring me that they would accept the Medicare and Medicaid, no problem. Crossing my fingers, I took Turk to an appointment on Friday afternoon.

The office was pleasant, they turned on a movie for the kids and had stacks of books for them. I was pleasantly surprised when they called Turk back to see the Dr. after waiting only a few minutes. Looking at Turk's blue eyes, the doctor asked Turk what his nationality was. Turk explained his Creole heritage. When Turk re-emerged, he was grinning from ear to ear. Can you believe it, the Doctor was from New Orleans! The Doctor came out a few minutes later with Mardi Gras beads for each of the kids.

Turk sure will be glad to have his glasses - - and I sure was glad to find another "Angel"!

I have a page on the website dedicated to "Our Angels" - be sure to check back often for updates. (to get there - click on the http://www.eagleswingspublications.com/ link - then click on the "Our Angels" button at the top of the page)

Until next time - -
Stephanie